East Valley - Scottsdale Tribune Endorses Prop 100
Our View: This year's ballot measures
September 27, 2008
SOURCE: http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/126876
The Tribune Editorial Board doesn't endorse any candidate for office. But we do share our views with readers about ballot measures as part of our role as a community watchdog and political observer. The following is a summary of where we stand on various state and local issues before voters in the Nov. 4 general election.
This should be treated as a guide and starting point for readers to develop their own opinions about election issues and then decide for themselves how they will vote.
State issues
Proposition 100 - YES
What it would do: A constitutional amendment to permanently bar any new taxes on the sale of real estate.
Pro: Keeps government from adding a new tax burden on everyone.
Con: Keeps government from accessing a new source of revenue to fund government services and possibly reduce other forms of taxes.
Our view: Arizona doesn't have a real estate sales tax now; approving this measure does no harm while preventing potential new taxes in the future.
